We have many pharyngulites who are CFI members:-) In all seriousness though we’re a non-profit and we have to pay to rent the space-a very nice Theatre with free parking and metro access I might add. However if you’re a student or low-income you can email mhensley (at) centerforinquiry {dot} net.

Simon (and PZ): US $8 is a bargain these days! Especially considering what a movie costs. Not that a movie and a talk by PZ is equivalent but about the same amount of time, in a theater, and at least one is guaranteed to be entertaining ;-)

Anyhow… it is billed as a ‘fundraising’ event, but will you be able to raise much funds at such a low price? I know DC isn’t cheap and I have paid twice as much ten years ago for similar events billed in NYC. Just asking.

Bob Dowling @7: Well there is a luncheon just before the talk so I suppose one could load up on ‘ammunition’ there. Perhaps not popcorn but olives and various canapes and hors d’ouvres. I wouldn’t toss food at PZ anyhow for two reasons: I am a foodie and I like PZ’s talks.

I haven’t tossed food at anyone since a food fight in the cafeteria in 6th grade (the food sucked and there was no talk.)

Thanks for asking! Actually the luncheon before the talk at Siroc Restaurant is the fundraiser: http://bit.ly/pzluncheon

And since you’re a foodie (as am I) you’ll be quite happy with the fare! There’s enough restaurants in DC that if we’re going to do events with a food element we do our best to ensure that we pick the good ones. Likewise with venue selection for our non-food events :-)

PS if folks want to spread the word and invite friends on facebook here are the links:

That is very generous and your support would be most appreciated. Our Executive Director Melody Hensley can ensure that the funds go towards free registration for students or low income people in the area. We’ve gotten similar donations for events in the past and are happy to oblige.

Oh, sure. Murphy’s Law strikes again. The one time I’m on holidays in the same part of the country that you’re speaking in and I miss you by a week. I’m going to complain to your boss. Your wife will be speaking at you later.